I've bitten my nails since I was a kid and I've decided it's (past) high time I stop. I've discovered that my perfectionistic streak prevents me from destroying manicures, so I'm embarking on a quest ... Read More
I've bitten my nails since I was a kid and I've decided it's (past) high time I stop. I've discovered that my perfectionistic streak prevents me from destroying manicures, so I'm embarking on a quest to find the best nail salon in Greater Providence.My brother married his sweetheart this weekend, so I decided that last Wednesday was as good a time as any to get my first manicure in over a year. I chose Magic Nails due to its closeness to my mom's house and its relatively good reviews. Unfortunately, I was not impressed. I made the appointment for both of us, but when I arrived I was seated at the pedicure station and my mom was started on her manicure. We could talk, but certainly not quietly, and especially not when my pedicurist was on her cellphone (for awhile). I realized after she painted the first nail that I didn't like the color, so I asked if I could pick something else - she was clearly annoyed by this, and I felt bad, but I'm sure it happens sometimes, right? The rest of the pedicure was fine. Nothing to get excited about. I asked for the same color (the second one, I mean!) on my fingernails, but she didn't bring it with her to the manicure table - a fact I discovered after she'd painted my right hand. She insisted it was the same, but my mom went over to the foot bath area and found it. Again, the nail tech was clearly annoyed.When she was done, I looked closely at my nails and realized they weren't completely covered - but by this point I didn't want to annoy her any further.My mom was pleased with her manicure - her tech was really sweet - but I was disappointed. Prices were fine, but I won't go back. The quest for the best nail salon continues. (I have an appointment tomorrow.) Read Less